“And as I began to let my mind drift to times past and our forefathers and the many misconceptions that have become myth, legends and even rituals practiced fervently, I realised how blissfully dangerous innocence can be.”

The quake was felt in much of Southern California and centered near the Orange City county of Yorba Linda.

It was also felt as far away as Downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica.

Additionally, a 4.5 quake was reported near the small town of Parkfield in Central California on Monday evening.